I'm Traveling to NYC—39 Pieces in My Spring Packing List
Later this month, I'm spending a few weeks in New York City, so I'm already planning out my NYC packing list. I'm based in L.A. and my current wardrobe revolves heavily around staples like straight-leg jeans, sneakers, and button-downs. I'm planning to pack many of my go-to basics, but will also be adding in more layering pieces that are primed for the spring weather.
Ahead, I'm highlighting some of the pieces I'm eyeing to add to my suitcase. I've included some pieces straight from my closet, including versatile cashmere sweaters, leather jackets, sunglasses, and jewelry. I've also included some new finds that are currently sitting in my cart that I'm considering investing in—everything from platform boots and oversize bomber jackets to sleek skirts and Prada's new-season wedge heels. Here, shop the 39 pieces in my spring NYC packing list that are inspiring what I add to my suitcase in the coming month.
I've already been wearing this jacket on repeat.
I own these in gray and can confirm that the fit is top-notch. Now I want them in beige.
I own the high-tops, but now want to add the low-tops into my closet.
The latest Prada bag re-edition, bringing 1995 back into our closets.
I can't get enough of these wide-chain necklaces that were just launched by Monica Vinader.
Skims just dropped a vintage tee collection and the palette is so good.
Baseball hats don't get chicer.
The investment piece I'm saving up for.
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Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear with over a decade of experience in fashion, editorial, and publishing. She oversees luxury content and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. She also contributes to podcast recordings, social media, and branded content initiatives. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, MyTheresa, and Luisa Via Roma, and rising designers such as Refine and Tove, and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Before Who What Wear, Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on assistant styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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